Synopsis
Winner of the Axiom Business Book Award, this compelling, yet practical, how-to-book, will provide you with valuable insight and reveal proven strategies on how to balance your work and family life while at the same time, pursue your college education. You will learn how simple it is to: 1) Locate the time to pursue a college degree; 2) Find the money to pay for college - even if you have very little of your own; 3) Unleash your untapped energy and motivation; 4) Free yourself from your own self limiting beliefs that prevent you from achieving academic success; 5) Dramatically increase your earning power; and 6) Discover several strategies that will help you land your dream job. These lessons, and so many more, are presented step-by-step in an easy, conversational manner in this complete reference book for busy adults who strive to improve their lives, personally, professionally and financially, by earning their college degree.
About the Author
Geoffrey Schmidt's life stands a prime example of taking charge of life and directing it towards a path of self fulfillment. Prompted by his own success, Schmidt became passionate about sharing with others his empowering message that everyone has the opportunity to overcome their limitations, to break free of whatever is holding them back from taking action and to move their lives forward in the direction of realizing their true potential. In his book, The Busy Adult's Guide to Making College Happen!, Schmidt shares the guidelines and strategies he implemented, enabling him to move from working various jobs just to stay afloat, to realizing a successful and fulfilling career in finance. Speaking from his own personal experience, he clearly demonstrates that with a strong will and a belief that the average person has the power to take control over his or her own life, one can accomplish their dreams. As a busy adult himself, Schmidt enrolled at Northeastern Illinois University where he attended evening classes while working full time during the day. Though challenging, Schmidt uncovered many resources and strategies to stay motivated and continued to move himself toward the success he desired. Graduating with a bachelor's degree, with high honors, Schmidt continued his education, earning an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management where he made the Dean's List multiple times. Schmidt then went on to a successful career in New York. Today, Schmidt continues his banking career and also speaks at a number of financial and trade-related events. He has been featured in a variety of financial industry publications and has hosted and led numerous round table discussions published in various magazines. A strong desire to help others, along with the many tools and resources he uncovered throughout his journey inspired Schmidt to share the knowledge he gained to benefit those seeking a similar path. With the recognition that education is often the main factor in the achievement of many individual dreams, Schmidt offers advice, strategies, and other comprehensive tools in The Busy Adult's Guide to Making College Happen! to help others along the path to knowledge, accomplishment, and ultimately, the destiny they want in life.
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